RIM’s public relations department sent us over a list of their Valentine’s Day BlackBerry app suggestions. It’s interesting to see what developers RIM backs, and I wonder what sort of politics are at play. I’ve posted their recommendations, with my own thoughts about the apps they’ve selected.

I personally never really got into this app. There weren’t nearly enough users in my region to merit using it, and the recommendations of where to go were really lame and obvious. I’m sure this app is more fun in bigger cities with lots of users.

I really don’t recommend downloading this theme. The theme uses the default icons, and has a new wallpaper and red color scheme. It probably took Adorno about 15 minutes to create this app, and charging $3.99 is far too much. If they had created a unique icon set, put in some animations, or just a little more effort, it would be worth the price.

There are some very mixed reviews of this app on App World. Many users complain that the flower selection is limited, the app is difficult to navigate, and the purchasing system is awkward. According to the reviews, it seems a phone call is actually better.

Use iGiftWise to get your gift right. It helps you remember things like favorites, sizes, potential and previous gifts, so you won’t give the same box of chocolates again next year. (Free)

Again, this app has 1 review and it’s very negative. Considering the app is free, I guess you have nothing to lose other than some memory, but it doesn’t seem like the app is too popular. I like the sound of the app and I’m definitely going to try it out myself.